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Thursday, September 3rd, 2015

Shelter Spotlight: Hopeful Tails Animal Rescue

Why on earth is this prince still looking for his happily ever after? Prince Hairy is a big fur ball of love and affection. He is a great dog! We believe he is a Chow/Malamute mix and about three years old. Neutered and up to date on his vaccines, Prince Hairy is housetrained and good

Monday, August 31st, 2015

Animal Chiropractic for Healthy, Happy Pets

Animal chiropractic is a gentle, yet highly effective, treatment modality. It allows an animal to utilize their very own healing capabilities by restoring normal motion and position of spinal and/or extremity joints. This allows for proper functioning...

Monday, August 31st, 2015

Book Excerpt: The Book of Barkley

The house stands empty. Only a few folks have been inside, a few neighbors, my parents, a couple of friends and a few dates, none of whom seemed to like dogs, which was becoming more important. We’re...

Monday, August 31st, 2015

Local Business Spotlight: Top Dog Retreat

Business Name: Top Dog Retreat Business Proprietors: Donna Blake & Jan Kuzniar Location: 180 W. Lake St., Elmhurst, IL 60126 Contact: 630-833-2628 | www.TopDogRetreat.com | facebook.com/topdogretreat Mission Statement: Top Dog Retreat is not only committed to discovering...

Friday, August 28th, 2015

Shelter Spotlight: Belly Up for Adoptions

Meet Lucy! Awaiting her forever home through Belly Up for Adoptions, Lucy is a 4-year-old boxer mix from Chicago Animal Care & Control, where she was part of the Safe Humane Court Case Dog Program. Lucy is...

Thursday, August 27th, 2015

Tips from the Trainer: Narnia Pet Behavior & Training

Q: When it’s really hot outside or stormy, what can I do so my dog has a safe outlet for all of his energy? A: Summer weather such as thunderstorms and heat can disrupt your dog’s normal...

Friday, August 21st, 2015

CompassionART: Creating for a Cause

Pablo Picasso once said, “The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” Nothing could ring more true for Fredericka Krauss Howard, Cheryl Rausch, Sherylee Dodge, and Carol...

Wednesday, July 1st, 2015

Tips from the Trainer: Animal Intuitions

Q: Is playing with other dogs all the socialization my puppy needs? A: Puppies have an adult learning brain at 8 weeks old, so it’s recommended to start training and socializing ASAP. Dogs go through a critical...

Wednesday, July 1st, 2015

Safe Fun in the Summer Sun

Summer is finally here and we are all excited to head outdoors!  Whether you’re heading to the dog beach, out for a road trip, or even just for a walk, there are a few safety considerations to...

Monday, June 8th, 2015

Dogs 101: Approaching a Guide Dog or Service Animal

Consider this a “pup” quiz of sorts: You’re walking down the street, perhaps even through a public building, and suddenly you see someone approaching with a leashed service dog. How do you react? Click here to read...